International departures
Executive Lounge
The Radisson-operated lounge and the clearest option for travellers looking to purchase access online.
Check paid access
Tips
Kathmandu Airport Lounges (KTM): 2026 Guide
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) has two business-lounge operators in its international departure area: the Executive Lounge operated by Radisson and the Horizon Lounge operated by Soaltee Hotel Group. The Executive Lounge is the straightforward option to check if you want to buy access online; use the Horizon Lounge when access is included through your airline or another eligible programme.
Quick answer
Which Kathmandu Airport lounge should you choose?
For paid access, start with the Radisson-operated Executive Lounge and confirm that a pass is offered for your departure. If your airline gives you an invitation or eligible lounge access, check whether it directs you to Executive Lounge or Horizon Lounge before buying separately.
International departures
Horizon Lounge
A separate lounge operated by Soaltee Hotel Group; confirm eligibility with your airline or access programme.
Eligibility varies
Not sure which lounge matches your flight?
Check current KTM lounge access| Lounge | Best For | Location | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Lounge | Travellers checking paid lounge access | International departures, after immigration and before final security | Online pass, airline or eligible programme |
| Horizon Lounge | Travellers whose airline or programme includes entry | International departure area | Confirm with airline or access provider |
| Main terminal | Short waits before departure | International terminal | No lounge admission needed |
Executive Lounge at Kathmandu Airport
Tribhuvan International Airport places the Executive Lounge in the international departure area after immigration and before the final security check. It's in the International Terminal, open daily 06:00-23:00. Its position before final security means you should leave enough time to complete the remaining airport checks and reach your gate.
Tribhuvan Airport facilities
the airport identifies the Executive Lounge as a Radisson-operated facility in the international departure area after immigration.
Current KTM lounge passes
Airline, status or membership access
check whether paid access is available for your trip before relying on entry. Lounge capacity and pass availability can change.
Tip:Allow time for final security.The Executive Lounge sits after immigration but before the final security check. Do not remain in the lounge until boarding time; allow enough time for security and the walk to your gate.
What about Horizon Lounge?
Tribhuvan International Airport also identifies Horizon Lounge as an international-departure lounge operated by Soaltee Hotel Group. Public access details are less clear than for Executive Lounge, so check your airline invitation, premium ticket or lounge programme rather than assuming that walk-in entry is available.
Is a KTM lounge worth booking?
A lounge is most useful when you have a longer international-departure wait and want somewhere calmer before final security. For a short wait, the terminal may be sufficient. Neither lounge is an overnight facility, and arriving passengers cannot use an international departures lounge without an eligible onward flight.
Confirm KTM airport facilities
Check the airport's current facilities page before travelling because locations, operating arrangements and access rules can change.
Flying from another airport?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kathmandu Airport have a lounge?
Yes. Tribhuvan International Airport identifies the Radisson-operated Executive Lounge and the Soaltee-operated Horizon Lounge in the international departure area.
Can I buy lounge access at Kathmandu Airport?
Paid access is available for the Executive Lounge at KTM. Check current pass availability for your departure before travelling because availability and capacity can change.
Where is the Executive Lounge at KTM?
It is in the International Terminal departure area after immigration and before the final security check. Allow enough time to clear security after leaving the lounge.
What are the Executive Lounge opening hours?
The Executive Lounge is open from 06:00 to 23:00 daily. Confirm the current hours before your flight.
Can domestic passengers use the KTM Executive Lounge?
No. The lounge is in the International Terminal departure flow and is intended for eligible international passengers.
Bookable lounge passes
KTM Airport Lounge Access